Hi.
I've reviewed 13 meditation apps to find the best one for beginners.
When I started this process, I didn't think there'd be much variation between the different apps.
But, I was wrong it turns out there's loads of variety out there.
So you just might need help choosing the right meditation app for you.
But well done on starting your meditation journey.
Clinical research has proven beyond doubt that regular meditation improves focus, memory, creativity and wellbeing.
While reducing stress and anxiety.
Of the 13 apps I reviewed, each one had a real feature for beginners.
I'll talk you through them all now.
Insight timer is a genuinely free app
with over 7,000 guided meditations by over 1,500 teachers.
The usability is great, and it has other cool features
such as support groups and communities.
I found 1,000's of tracks, specifically for beginners.
Calm, which costs $12.99 a month
Offers a 7 day programme just for beginners.
The Mindfulness app is free and offers a beginner 5-day meditation
And a number of foundational courses, that are 1-2 hours long in the Premium version.
Headspace, which is a beautifully designed app that costs £9.99 a month
although it does have a free version.
Offers packs, or series of settings that you can use daily over a set period.
There's a 10 day 'getting started' version for beginners.
Pretty much every track on Buddhify is introductory.
The app is designed for people who have always been interested in meditation
but haven't been able to fit it into their lives.
It costs £4.99 a month, and you don't need to sign up for an account.
I found these meditations more like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, but they were still interesting
and really worth doing.
Smiling Mind is another free app that offers a full programme
with an 'introduction to mindfulness' meditation.
The app lets you check-in how you're feeling, before and after your meditation.
Stop, Breathe, Think is a great free meditation app, with a premium option that costs $9.99 a month.
A lot of the content on this app is appropriate for beginners.
10% Happier has a free version as well. The Premium version is £74 per year.
When you first open the app, it asks if you have ever meditated before
and then tailors your experience to your level
which is a great feature.
Mindfulness Daily simple start programme is available on its free version, and is ideal for beginners.
Omvana's tracks are broken down into beginner and expert.
I really like this app. It's run by an education company that designs tools to help people lead epic lives.
There are a number of tracks for free, and others to buy.
Breethe, by OMG I Can Meditate costs £6.99 a month.
It offers 5 minute beginner meditations and a learn to meditate series as well.
Simple Habits invites you to choose that you want to learn to meditate
and then personalises your experience for you.
The app costs £7.83 per month, although there is a free option with more limited features.
Finally, there's Meditation Studio
a beautifully designed app that costs £3.99 a month
The app offers an essentials course
to help you go from 0 to zen.
Well done for making time for yourself to meditate.
Every one of these apps can help you get started
and if you make meditation a regular habit, you will be healthier and happier.
I recommend trying a variety before committing to your favorite.
And thanks for watching my review of meditation apps for beginners.
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